Description:
Paraquat is the organic compound with the chemical formula [(C6H7N)2]Cl2. It is a family of redox-active heterocycles of similar structure. The salt is widely used as herbicides by inhibiting photosynthesis. It is quick-acting and non-selective, killing green plant tissue on contact.
Chemical structure:
C₁₂H₁₄Cl₂N₂or N,N′-dimethyl-4,4′-bipyridinium dichloride (systematic
name)
CAS No. 1910-42-5
Chemical and Physical properties:
Appearance and Odor: yellow solid with slightly ammonia like odor
Content: ≥97%> Odor:
Density: 1.25-1.27（20℃）
Melting point: 175 to 180 ℃
Decomposition: >300℃
Soluble in water and low molecule alcohol。
